U.S. Navy Memorial Site: Notable Deaths & Obituaries

The official mission of the United States Navy is to maintain, train and equip combat-ready Naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas. But anyone who has ever served in the Navy knows that their work goes far beyond any official mission statement. This memorial site was created to honor the courageous men and women of the U.S. Navy who have stood united and served their country.

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U.S. Navy Memorial: Remembering the life, death and legacy of William Gibson

SALUDA — William Hoyt Gibson, 95, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 23. He was born November 20, 1923, in Saluda to Luther and Tura Gibson. He was a WWII Navy veteran serving at the D-Day invasion at Normandy. When he returned home from the war, he became a member of the "Silver Dew Boys" who were regulars singing live on the radio at WKDK in Newberry. He was a graduate of Hollywood High School and a die-hard Clemson Tiger fan! He is survived by his wife of 69 years...